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What is soapstone? Soapstone is a durable and hardworking natural stone that is largely comprised of talc. The talc is what gives soapstone its reputation of being “soft”. While it is true that soapstone is softer than granite or quartz, that is also part of its charm. Depending on the mineral content of a Read more about Are you considering Soapstone?[…]

What is limestone? Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed largely of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). Millions of years before our era when surface area and volume of the ocean was larger, all kinds of shells and skeletons of marine life accumulated on the ocean floor and limestone was formed. Limestone is the most common rock Read more about Limestone – What you should know…[…]

What is quartzite? Quartzite is a naturally occurring metamorphic rock. It forms when quartz-rich sandstone is subjected to extreme heat and pressure. Under these conditions individual quartz pieces will recrystallize giving it a beautiful and decorative often marble-like pattern. The interlocking crystalline structure of quartzite makes it a hard, tough, durable rock. The stone is Read more about Quartzite (not the same as Quartz)[…]